Free Newsletter

Interested in Galena?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Galena each week.

Explore other Galena resources:

Galena, IL Overview

If not for the modern-day goods sold in the retail establishments, you might think Galena was frozen in time. The six-block Main Street boasts striking examples of various architectural styles, ranging from French Colonial to Greek Revival, and a whopping 85% of the town is a national historic district. General Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. President, lived here briefly before leaving to head the Union troops in the Civil War. Upon his triumphant return, the town presented him with an... more » If not for the modern-day goods sold in the retail establishments, you might think Galena was frozen in time. The six-block Main Street boasts striking examples of various architectural styles, ranging from French Colonial to Greek Revival, and a whopping 85% of the town is a national historic district. General Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th U.S. President, lived here briefly before leaving to head the Union troops in the Civil War. Upon his triumphant return, the town presented him with an elegant mansion. That house and other restored historic homes are open to the public. There's much more here to fascinate the history enthusiast: the Old Market House and the Historical Society and Museum, housed in a stunning Italianate home. Before its Civil War glory days, Galena was a booming lead-mining town. Today, you can descend underground into the Vinegar Hill Lead Mine. But don't stay down there too long, or you won't get to enjoy the rolling hills and lush valleys of this charming getaway, which also offers fine dining, numerous bed and breakfasts, golfing and antiquing. « less
Flights: Find deals on airfare to Galena (arriving in Dubuque, IA)

Traveler Advice on Galena

Hotels & Accommodations

Hotel Quick Search – Find hotels travelers trust
mm/dd/yyyy mm/dd/yyyy

Things to Do

Restaurants

Before You Go

  • Traveler Articles – Advice from real travelers
Best of Galena 2008!

Get your quick guide to the top hotels, restaurants and things to do.

Traveler Reviews

Cloran Mansion Bed & Breakfast

May 14, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We had a very relaxing time and it is a wonderful atmosphere! The "Tower Room" was very enjoyable. Fabulous food and genuine hospitality. We highly recommend it! more

TierraLinda Bed and Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
Chicago, Illinois
May 12, 2008

Tierra Linda is one of these places which transcends any category. If you are looking for the conventional B&B, in which the proprietor checks you in, tells you what time breakfast will be, shows you...more

TierraLinda Bed and Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
Chicago
May 10, 2008

My husband and I had been planning a trip to Galena for a while; I started looking on the internet, until I found Tierra Linda. From the very beginning I fell in love with it. Even before we arrived...more

Galena Forum

Ask a Question or Browse the Discussions
Massage? April 22, 2008, 1 reply
Where should a group of 46 y/o women stay for a reunion? April 12, 2008, 4 replies
Eat and Dance? April 12, 2008, 3 replies
Felt Manor Bed & Breakfast - Galena, IL October 17, 2007, 1 reply
Do any of the B&B's in Galena include breakfast? September 17, 2007, 2 replies
Accommodations in Galena September 20, 2007, 2 replies
Galena accommodations revisited September 28, 2007, 3 replies
downtown hotel for family with small kids October 01, 2007, 3 replies
Galena in November November 27, 2007, 2 replies
Which hotel for me and my mom? January 09, 2008, 4 replies
Search the Galena Forum